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SteveH2810
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Hi, I've recieved a Text Message from +447827730393 that reads as follows :-

O2:We were unable to process your latest bill. In order to avoid fees, update your payment information via: [mod edit: removed to ensure safety]

I'm assuming this is a phishing attempt, could you confirm

Thanks

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Bambino
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@SteveH2810 

It's a well known scam
Block the number and report it free to 7726.
Don’t open any links or enter any information.
O2 advice here:

https://www.o2.co.uk/help/safety-and-security/phishing-and-smishing-advice
https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/

How to block a number:

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00062352/

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201229

Please remove the link in your post so no one accidentally clicks on it. Go to Options in the right hand corner of your post, then the drop down Edit Reply

I DO NOT WORK FOR O2



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Bambino
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@SteveH2810 

It's a well known scam
Block the number and report it free to 7726.
Don’t open any links or enter any information.
O2 advice here:

https://www.o2.co.uk/help/safety-and-security/phishing-and-smishing-advice
https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/

How to block a number:

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00062352/

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201229

Please remove the link in your post so no one accidentally clicks on it. Go to Options in the right hand corner of your post, then the drop down Edit Reply

I DO NOT WORK FOR O2



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SteveH2810
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Thanks, I'll report it
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